IMPACT OF ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE ON JOB SATISFACTION IN UNIVERSITY TEACHERS A CASE OF UTTARAKHAND

Management (HRM)

The paper deals with the Impact of Organizational Culture on Job Satisfaction in University teachers. A sincere effort has been done to analyze the factors that contribute to job satisfaction and work performance of employees (academic staff) in university education. A case study has been carried out for selected five universities of Uttarakhand State. The universities chosen for the study included: (A) GB Pant University (Govt.), (B) Uttarakhand Technical University(State Technical), (C) Kumaun University (State University), (D) HNB Garhwal University (Central University), (E) DSVV University (Private). Herzberg‘s Two-Factor Theory is the basic framework for this study. The study found a significant association between corporate culture and job satisfaction. Thus, it implies that specific factors exist within the organizational culture that affects the comfort of employees on the job. Therefore, the elements identified needs to be studied carefully to understand that how they affect the performance and satisfaction of employees. It helps the organization to take appropriate action to minimize their adverse effects. Respondents reported more or less same set of responses in respect of their perception on what their universities are doing to promote their professional career development. They are of the view that their universities are not doing enough to encourage career development Within the range of observations in this study, it has been found that level of satisfaction increases as academicians are more significant in support and direction. Organizational culture factors which can cause satisfaction among academicians is identified in the present study. The factors include clear lines of communication, realistic salary package, and the promotional opportunities. Clarity in the lines of communication will help all to follow the rules and regulations facilitating them in achieving the goals and objectives of the university as well as the mission statement. Moreover, the exact performance expected from the employee will be outlined and communicated to all.

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